Demi Chef - Cold Station, Italian Kitchen Leader

Chef & Cook; Manchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily staff meals

15% employee discount

£500 referral bonus

Mental health & wellbeing support

Earned Wage Access

Regular training & career growth

International mobility

Job summary

Big Mamma Group in the UK is hiring for a Demi Chef in our Manchester team, focused on the cold section. You will prepare antipasti and salads, follow Big Mamma recipes and kitchen standards, and support the Chef de Partie and daily prep.

We value energy, reliability and a proactive attitude, with opportunities to train, grow, and work across the group. Daily meals, staff discounts, and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Demi Chef in a busy cold section.
• Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine.
• Excellent teamwork, leadership and communication skills.
• Flexible availability including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate cold section dishes (antipasti and salads).
• Follow Big Mamma recipes and kitchen standards.
• Work closely with the Chef de Partie, supporting daily prep and service.
• Help train and support Commis and Prep Chefs.
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation and health & safety standards.
• Support the kitchen team during busy services with a proactive attitude.

Skills

Demi Chef experience

Italian cuisine

Teamwork & leadership

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Flexible availability

Job description

Big Mamma Group in the UK is hiring for a Demi Chef in our Manchester team, focused on the cold section. You will prepare antipasti and salads, follow Big Mamma recipes and kitchen standards, and support the Chef de Partie and daily prep.

We value energy, reliability and a proactive attitude, with opportunities to train, grow, and work across the group. Daily meals, staff discounts, and benefits are provided.